4M Projects 2010-2011
Chassis Optimisation & Race Car Vehicle Packaging – Felix Prettejohn
- Test current IC06 chassis to evaluate modal vibration and torsional stiffness
- Verify previous FEA model from test data
- Increase chassis stiffness to required level by use a shear panels
- Package vehicle for optimal vehicle dynamics
Development and Optimisation of Powertrain – Vladimir Kostadinov
- Set up and test dynamometer ready for use in December to test IC06
- Test IC06 to develop a model of the Powertrain
- Using test data produce report highlighting areas of improvement on current powertrain for future years
- Simulate and optimise a race strategy for all Formula Student events, paying particular attention to maximising fuel efficiency vs. speed for endurance event
- Run full exhaust gas analysis for IC06
ECU mapping & Wiring Loom– Adam Seward
- Modify and install the stock Aprilia wiring loom into IC06 incl. any additional hardware to ensure compliance to FS rules
- Remap Aprilia ECU to run under new operating conditions
- Test on chassis dynamometer to develop new engine maps suitable for FS event
Race Car Strategy and Simulation – Alexandre Desneufbourgs
- Verify tyre choice of 09/10 by simulation of IC06
- Simulate and characterise the performance of the Formula Student vehicle
- Develop strategies for all the FS dynamic events
- Develop race strategies for dry and wet conditions
- Complete track testing to compare tested results vs simulation
3M DMT Projects 2010-2011
Air Intake System
- Complete manufacture of the 09/10 design for December testing
- Bench test all parts ready for December 2010.
- Produce developed design specifically of the plenum and throttle
Cooling and Dry Sump
- Modify Aprilia dry sump to fit IC06 by December testing
- Design and install cooling system using original parts by December testing
- Test and analyse both systems and develop designs to ensure reliable running at FS event while scavenging minimal power from engine
Fuel System
- Provide operating fuel system for December testing using original parts
- Test fuel system and develop re-packaged fuel tank and system
Gear Change & Clutch
- Provide a simple gear change and manual clutch operation for December testing
- Produce second gear change design considering mechanical/electrical paddle shift and use of an auto clutch
Pedal Box
- Complete and install 09/10 pedalbox incl. installation and test of braking system for December testing
- Test and develop design specifically adjustability to 95 percentile man and system mass reduction
Steering & Driver Information
- Complete manufacture of the 09/10 steering assembly for December testing
- Develop new steering wheel incl. all necessary driver controls and quick release mechanism
- Design and make a driver information display
